Some of East Africa’s most extraordinary wildlife experiences are brought together in one seamless journey, where ancient mountain forests give way to the vast grasslands of the Serengeti.
The adventure begins among the misty Virunga Volcanoes of Rwanda for mountain gorilla trekking and golden monkey encounters. Flying into northern Tanzania, you witness Mara River migration crossings in the Lamai Triangle before concluding at Sasakwa Lodge in the 350,000-acre private Grumeti Reserve.
Because it pairs Rwanda’s top eco-luxury gorilla sanctuary with the total freedom and space of Grumeti Reserve. It offers horseback safaris, walking safaris, and crowds-free migration viewing
Arrive in Kigali and take a 30-minute helicopter flight directly to Kwitonda Lodge on the edge of Volcanoes National Park.
Trek into Afro-montane forests to spend an hour with mountain gorillas, track golden monkeys, and visit the Ellen DeGeneres Campus.
Fly via regional charter to Mara River Tented Camp in the remote Lamai Triangle.
Positioned right along the Mara River, observe wildebeest herds crossing crocodile-filled waters and track resident big cats.
Fly southwest to Sasakwa Lodge, a grand colonial-style manor perched on Sasakwa Hill in the private Grumeti Reserve.
Experience total safari freedom with horseback safaris, walking safaris, and night game drives across 350,000 private acres.
Accommodation focuses on deep integration with the environment.
Kwitonda Lodge: Ultra-luxury eco-lodge featuring heated plunge pools and private volcano views.
Mara River Tented Camp: Six eco-luxury canvas suites set directly along the Mara River.
Sasakwa Lodge: Five-star luxury manor with private infinity pools and panoramic plains views.
For discerning travellers seeking East Africa’s most iconic wildlife experiences, combining gorilla trekking with private Serengeti concessions in five-star luxury.
Helicopter transfers in Rwanda and cross-border regional flights.
Gorilla trekking permits and golden monkey permits.
Private open 4×4 game drives, horseback safaris, and walking safaris.
Five-star accommodations, gourmet dining, and fine cellar wines.
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Every great safari begins with a conversation. We take the time to understand your pace, preferences, and sense of wonder, ensuring your journey reflects your personal vision rather than a standardized template.
Our recommendations are built on continuous exploration. We rely on our firsthand experience and deep-rooted local relationships to intimately understand East Africa’s shifting seasons, hidden landscapes, and authentic cultural encounters.
Exceptional travel depends on hundreds of unseen details. We meticulously coordinate every primate permit, private charter, and lodge transfer, managing the complexities of your expedition so you can simply focus on the wild.
We are committed to flawless on-the-ground execution. Our local team remains quietly present behind the scenes, adapting seamlessly to the dynamic rhythms of the bush to ensure your safari unfolds with absolute precision.
Bespoke East African safaris for travellers seeking rare wildlife encounters, seamless planning and a deeper connection to place
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